Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Wheeling, West Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Med Surg
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 11 / 10 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med / Surg night shift position in an acute care overflow unit, requiring a WV or compact RN license and med / surg experience.
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Work in an acute care hospital setting on a 30-bed Medical Surgical overflow unitPatients include those with CHF, COPD, cellulitis, cholecystitis, appendicitis, pneumonia, urosepsis, and acute kidney injuryTypical RN-to-patient ratio is 1 : 6 to 1 : 712-hour night shifts with weekend shifts as scheduledTelemetry monitored remotely by dedicated techsCandidates may float as needed based on census, with external travelers floating firstUses Epic EMR systemNurse aides (PCTs) are present to support the care teamCharge RN works an assignment alongside staffNo call or standby requirementsMay float to other units as census requiresScrub color requirement is navy blueReturn applicants must have a two-year break from previous WVU Medicine employmentTravelers are limited to one year of cumulative assignments within WVU Medicine, after which a two-year break is requiredFirst-time travelers are considered\n \n Requirements\n
Active WV or compact RN licenseMinimum 2 years recent Medical Surgical RN experienceCurrent BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certificationsMust be comfortable titrating heparin drips based on aPTT resultsMust live more than 50 miles from the facility—no local travelers allowedA copy of an unexpired driver’s license is required for consideration\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-627397. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Med / Surg
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.